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Early River Valley Civilizations
Essential Question 2:
How did early peoples organize their societies and build advanced civilizations?
-the earliest civilization in Asia arose in Mesopotamia and organized into city-states
-using mathematical knowledge and engineering skills, Egyptians built magnificent monuments to honor dead rulers
-the first Indian civilization built well-planned cities on the banks of the Indus River
-the early rulers introduced ideas about government and society that shaped Chinese civilization
People and Ideas on the Move: Indo-Europeans, Hinduism/Buddhism, Seafaring Traders, Judaism
EQ 3:
How did migration and trade help spread goods and cultural ideas throughout the ancient world?
-Indo-Europeans migrated into Europe, India, and SW Asia and interacted with peoples living there
-the beliefs of the Vedic Age developed into Hinduism and Buddhism
-trading societies extended the development of civilizations beyond the Fertile Crescent
-the Israelites maintained monotheistic religious beliefs that were unique int he ancient world
First Age of Empires: Egyptians/Nubians, Assyrians, Persians, China Unites
EQ 4:
How did the first large empires in Africa and Asia develop between 1570BC and 200BC
-two empires along the Nile, Egypt and Nubia, forged commercial, cultural, and political connections
-Assyria develooped a military machine and established a well-organized administration
-by governing with tolerance and wisdom, the Persians established a well-ordered empire that lasted 200 years
-the social disorder of the warring states contributed to the development of three Chinese ethical systems
What impact has ancient Greece had on the modern world?
-the roots of Greek culture are based on interaction of the Mycenaean, Minoan, and Dorian cultures
-the growth of city-states in Greece led to the development of several political systems, including democracy
-democratic principles and classical culture flourished during Greece's golden age
-Alexander the Great conquered Persia and Egypt and extended his empire to the Indus River in NW India
-Hellenistic culture, a blend of Greek and other influences, flourished throughout Greece, Egypt, and Asia
What impact did the rise and fall of the Roman Empire have on culture, government, and religion?
-the early Romans established a republic, which spread its influence
-the creation of the Roman Empire transformed Roman government, society, economy, and culture
-Christianity arose in Roman-occupied Judea and spread throughout the Empire
-internal problems and invasions spurred the division and decline of the Roman Empire
-the Romans developed many ideas and institutions that became fundamental to Western Civilization
How did India and China establish powerful empires and develop vibrant cultures?
-the Mauryas and the Guptas established empires, but neither unified India permanently
-Indian religions, culture, and science evolved and spread to other regions through trade
-the Han Dynasty expanded China's borders and developed a system of government that lasted for centuries
How did ancient African cultures adapt to their harsh environments and establish powerful kingdoms?
-African peoples developed diverse societies as they adapted to varied environmnents
-relocation of large numbers of Bantu-speaking people brings cultural diffusion and change to southern Africa
-the kingdom of Aksum became an international trading power and adopted Christianity
How did early American civilizations influence future societies and cultures?
-the cultures of the first Americans, including social organization, developed in ways similar to other early cultures
-the Olmec created the Americas' first civilization, which in turn influenced later civilizations
-in the Andes Mountains, various groups created flourishing civilizations
How did Islam and the achievements of the Muslim world spread between 600 and 1250?
-Muhammad unified the Arab people both politically and through the religion of Islam
-in spite of internal conflicts, the Muslims created a huge empire that included lands on three continents
-Muslims combined and preserved the traditions of many peoples and also advanced learning in a variety of areas
What characterized the rise and interaction of Byzantine, Russian, and Turkish civilizations in Central Asia?
-after Rome split, the Eastern Empire, known as Byzantium, flourished for a thousand years
-Russia grew our of a blending of Slavic and Byzantine cultures and adopted Eastern Orthodox traditions
-Turkish people converted to Islam and founded new empires that would renew Muslim civilization
Empires in East Asia: Tang/Song China, Mongols, Japan, SE Asia and Korea
EQ 12:
How did the development of kingdoms and empires in East Asia help spread religions, culture, trade, and technological innovations?
-during the Tang and Song dynasties, China experienced an era of prosperity and technological innovation
-the Mongols, a nomadic people from the steppe, conquered settled societies across much of Asia
-as emperor of China, Kublai Khan encouraged foreign trade
-Japanese civilization was shaped by cultural borrowing from China and the rise of feudalism and military rulers
-several smaller kingdoms prospered in east and SE Asia, a region culturally influenced by China and India
What political and economic systems emerged in Europe during the Middle Ages and how was the Church a unifying force?
-many Germanic kingdoms that succeeded the Roman Empire were reunited under Charlemagne's empire
-feudalism, a political and economic system based on land-holding and protective alliances, emerges in Europe
-the code of chivalry for knights glorified both combat and romantic love
-Church leaders and political leaders competed for power and authority
What religious, economic, and political events led to the development of Western Europe?
-the Catholic Church underwent reform and launched Crusades against the Muslims
-the feudal system declined as agriculture, trade, finance, towns, and universities developed
-as the kingdoms of England and France began to develop into nations, certain democratic traditions evolved
-in the 1300s, Europe was torn apart by religious strife, the bubonic plague, and the Hundred Years' War
How did early African societies develop from hunting-gathering groups into empires?
-North and central Africa developed hunting-gathering societies, stateless societies, and Muslim states
-West Africa contained several rich and powerful states, including Ghana, Mali, and Songhai
-African city-states and empires gained wealth through developing and trading resources
What empires and peoples existed in the Americas before the arrival of the Europeans?
-complex NA societies were linked to each other through culture and economics
-the Maya developed a highly complex civilization based on city-states and elaborate religious practices
-through alliances the Aztecs created a powerful empire in Mexico
-the Inca built a vast empire supported by taxes, governed by a bureaucracy, and linked by extensive road systems
What new ideas and values led to the Renaissance and the Reformation?
-the Italian Renaissance was a rebirth of learning that produced many great works of art and literature
-in the 1400s, the ideas of the Italian Renaissance began to spread to Northern Europe
-Martin Luther's protest over abuses in the Catholic Church led to the founding of Protestant churches
-as Protestant reformers divided over beliefs, the Catholic Church made reforms
What were the causes of the rise and decline of Muslim empires between 1300 and 1700?
-the Ottomans established a Muslim empire that combined many cultures and lasted for more than 600 years
-the Safavid Empire produced a ruch and complex blended culture in Persia
-the Mughal Empire brought Turks, Persians, and Indians together in a vast empire
What fueled the age of exploration and why did China and japan withdraw into isolation?
-advances in sailing technology enabled Europeans to explore other parts of the world
-advances under the Ming and Qing dynasties left China uninterested in European contact
-the Tokugawa regime unified Japan and began 250 years of isolation, autocracy, and economic growth
What was the impact of European exploration and colonization of the Americas?
-the voyages of Columbus prompted the Spanish to establish colonies in the Americas
-several European nations fought for control of North America, and England emerged victorious
-to meet their growing labor needs, Europeans enslaved millions of Africans in the Americas
-the colonization of the Americas introduced new items into the Eastern and Western hemispheres
What were the causes and effects of absolute monarchies in Europe from 1500 until 1800?
-during a time of religious and economic instability, Philip II ruled Spain with a strong hand
-after a century of war and riots, France was ruled by Louis XIV, the most powerful monarch of his time
-after a period of turmoil, absolute monarchs ruled Austria and the Germanic state of Prussia
-Peter the Great made many changes in Russia to try to make it more like Western Europe
-absolute rulers in England were overthrown, and Parliament gained power
What led Enlightenment scientists and thinkers to question old ideas?
-in the mid 1500s, scientists began to question accepted beliefs and make new theories based on experimentation
-a revolution in intellectual activity changed Europeans' view of government and society
-Enlightenment ideas spread through the Western world and profoundly influenced the arts and government
-Enlightenment ideas helped spur the American colonies to shed British rule and create a new nation
What was the impact of the French Revolution, the rise and fall of Napoleon, and the Congress of Vienna?
-economic and social inequalities in the Old Regime helped cause the French Revolution
-the revolutionary government of France made reforms but also used terror and violence to retain power
-Napoleon Bonaparte, a military genius, seized power in France and made himself emperor
-Napoleon's conquests aroused nationalistic feelings across Europe and contributed to his downfall
-after exiling Napoleon, European leader at the Congress of Vienna tried to restore order and establish peace
What great shifts in thinking altered politics and the arts between 1789 and 1900?
-spurred by discontent and Enlightenment ideas, peoples in Latin America fought colonial rule
-liberal and nationalist uprisings challenged the old conservative order of Europe
-nationalism contributed to the formation of two new nations and a new political order in Europe
-artistic and intellectual movements both reflected and fueled changes in Europe during the 1800s
How did the Industrial Revolution begin and spread and how did it affect economics, politics, and society?
-the Industrial Revolution started in England and soon spread to other countries
-the factory system changed the way people lived and worked, introducing a variety of problems
-the industrialization that began in Great Britain spread to other parts of the world
-the Industrial Revolution led to economic, social, and political problems
What impact did democratic ideals have on Western society in the 19th century and how did technology and science change communication and daily life?
-spurred by the demands of the people, Great Britain and France underwent democratic reforms
-Britain allowed self-rule in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, but delayed it for Ireland
-the US expanded across North America and fought a civil war
-breakthroughs in science and technology transformed daily life and entertainment
What changes resulted from European colonial expansion?
-ignoring the claims of African ethnic groups, kingdoms, and city-states, Europeans established colonies
-Europeans embarked on a new phase of empire building that affected both Africa and the rest of the world
-European nations expanded their empires by seizing territories from Muslim states
-as the Mughal Empire declined, Britain seized Indian territory and soon controlled almost the whole subcontinent
-demand for Asian products drove Western imperialists to seek possession of SE Asian lands
What impact did imperialism, economic instability, and revolution have on developing nations?
-Western economic pressure forced China to open to foreign trade and influence
-Japan followed the model of Western powers by industrializing and expanding its foreign influence
-the US put increasing economic and political pressure on Latin America during the 19th century
-political, economic, and social inequalities in Mexico triggered a period of revolution and reform
-In Europe, military buildup, nationalistic feelings, and rival alliances set the stage for a continental war
-one European nation after another was drawn into a large and industrialized war that resulted in many casualties
-WWI spread to several continents and required the full resources of many governments
-after winning the war, the Allies dictated a harsh peace settlement that left may nations feeling betrayed
What were the results of the political upheavals that swept through Russia, China, and India before, during, and after WWI?
-long-term social unrest in Russia exploded in revolution, and ushered in the first Communist government
-after Lenin died, Stalin seized power and transformed the Soviet Union into a totalitarian state
-after the fall of the Qing dynasty, nationalist and Communist movements struggled for power
-nationalism triggered independence movements to overthrow colonial power
What were the economic, political, social, and scientific changes that brought the world to the brink of a second world war?
-the post war period was one of loss and uncertainty but also one of invention, creativity, and new ideas
-an economic depression in the US spread throughout the world and lasted for a decade
-in response to political turmoil and economic crises, Italy and Germany turned to totalitarianism
-as Germany, Italy, and Japan conquered other countries, the rest of the world did nothing to stop them
-using the idea of sudden mass attack called the blitzkrieg, Germany overran much of Europe and North Africa
-Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in Hawaii and brought the US into WWII
-during the Holocaust, Hitler's Nazis killed six million Jews and five million other "non-Aryans"
-led by the US, Great Britain, and the Soviet Union, the Allies scored key victories and won the war
-WWII cost millions of human lives and billions of dollars in damages, leaving Europe and Japan in ruins
Textbook: (Glencoe World History, Glencoe-McGraw Hill, 2010)
"The learner will . . ."
How did early peoples organize their societies and build advanced civilizations?
-the earliest civilization in Asia arose in Mesopotamia and organized into city-states
-using mathematical knowledge and engineering skills, Egyptians built magnificent monuments to honor dead rulers
-the first Indian civilization built well-planned cities on the banks of the Indus River
-the early rulers introduced ideas about government and society that shaped Chinese civilization
How did migration and trade help spread goods and cultural ideas throughout the ancient world?
-Indo-Europeans migrated into Europe, India, and SW Asia and interacted with peoples living there
-the beliefs of the Vedic Age developed into Hinduism and Buddhism
-trading societies extended the development of civilizations beyond the Fertile Crescent
-the Israelites maintained monotheistic religious beliefs that were unique int he ancient world
How did the first large empires in Africa and Asia develop between 1570BC and 200BC
-two empires along the Nile, Egypt and Nubia, forged commercial, cultural, and political connections
-Assyria develooped a military machine and established a well-organized administration
-by governing with tolerance and wisdom, the Persians established a well-ordered empire that lasted 200 years
-the social disorder of the warring states contributed to the development of three Chinese ethical systems
What impact has ancient Greece had on the modern world?
-the roots of Greek culture are based on interaction of the Mycenaean, Minoan, and Dorian cultures
-the growth of city-states in Greece led to the development of several political systems, including democracy
-democratic principles and classical culture flourished during Greece's golden age
-Alexander the Great conquered Persia and Egypt and extended his empire to the Indus River in NW India
-Hellenistic culture, a blend of Greek and other influences, flourished throughout Greece, Egypt, and Asia
What impact did the rise and fall of the Roman Empire have on culture, government, and religion?
-the early Romans established a republic, which spread its influence
-the creation of the Roman Empire transformed Roman government, society, economy, and culture
-Christianity arose in Roman-occupied Judea and spread throughout the Empire
-internal problems and invasions spurred the division and decline of the Roman Empire
-the Romans developed many ideas and institutions that became fundamental to Western Civilization
How did India and China establish powerful empires and develop vibrant cultures?
-the Mauryas and the Guptas established empires, but neither unified India permanently
-Indian religions, culture, and science evolved and spread to other regions through trade
-the Han Dynasty expanded China's borders and developed a system of government that lasted for centuries
How did ancient African cultures adapt to their harsh environments and establish powerful kingdoms?
-African peoples developed diverse societies as they adapted to varied environmnents
-relocation of large numbers of Bantu-speaking people brings cultural diffusion and change to southern Africa
-the kingdom of Aksum became an international trading power and adopted Christianity
How did early American civilizations influence future societies and cultures?
-the cultures of the first Americans, including social organization, developed in ways similar to other early cultures
-the Olmec created the Americas' first civilization, which in turn influenced later civilizations
-in the Andes Mountains, various groups created flourishing civilizations
How did Islam and the achievements of the Muslim world spread between 600 and 1250?
-Muhammad unified the Arab people both politically and through the religion of Islam
-in spite of internal conflicts, the Muslims created a huge empire that included lands on three continents
-Muslims combined and preserved the traditions of many peoples and also advanced learning in a variety of areas
What characterized the rise and interaction of Byzantine, Russian, and Turkish civilizations in Central Asia?
-after Rome split, the Eastern Empire, known as Byzantium, flourished for a thousand years
-Russia grew our of a blending of Slavic and Byzantine cultures and adopted Eastern Orthodox traditions
-Turkish people converted to Islam and founded new empires that would renew Muslim civilization
How did the development of kingdoms and empires in East Asia help spread religions, culture, trade, and technological innovations?
-during the Tang and Song dynasties, China experienced an era of prosperity and technological innovation
-the Mongols, a nomadic people from the steppe, conquered settled societies across much of Asia
-as emperor of China, Kublai Khan encouraged foreign trade
-Japanese civilization was shaped by cultural borrowing from China and the rise of feudalism and military rulers
-several smaller kingdoms prospered in east and SE Asia, a region culturally influenced by China and India
What political and economic systems emerged in Europe during the Middle Ages and how was the Church a unifying force?
-many Germanic kingdoms that succeeded the Roman Empire were reunited under Charlemagne's empire
-feudalism, a political and economic system based on land-holding and protective alliances, emerges in Europe
-the code of chivalry for knights glorified both combat and romantic love
-Church leaders and political leaders competed for power and authority
What religious, economic, and political events led to the development of Western Europe?
-the Catholic Church underwent reform and launched Crusades against the Muslims
-the feudal system declined as agriculture, trade, finance, towns, and universities developed
-as the kingdoms of England and France began to develop into nations, certain democratic traditions evolved
-in the 1300s, Europe was torn apart by religious strife, the bubonic plague, and the Hundred Years' War
How did early African societies develop from hunting-gathering groups into empires?
-North and central Africa developed hunting-gathering societies, stateless societies, and Muslim states
-West Africa contained several rich and powerful states, including Ghana, Mali, and Songhai
-African city-states and empires gained wealth through developing and trading resources
What empires and peoples existed in the Americas before the arrival of the Europeans?
-complex NA societies were linked to each other through culture and economics
-the Maya developed a highly complex civilization based on city-states and elaborate religious practices
-through alliances the Aztecs created a powerful empire in Mexico
-the Inca built a vast empire supported by taxes, governed by a bureaucracy, and linked by extensive road systems
What new ideas and values led to the Renaissance and the Reformation?
-the Italian Renaissance was a rebirth of learning that produced many great works of art and literature
-in the 1400s, the ideas of the Italian Renaissance began to spread to Northern Europe
-Martin Luther's protest over abuses in the Catholic Church led to the founding of Protestant churches
-as Protestant reformers divided over beliefs, the Catholic Church made reforms
What were the causes of the rise and decline of Muslim empires between 1300 and 1700?
-the Ottomans established a Muslim empire that combined many cultures and lasted for more than 600 years
-the Safavid Empire produced a ruch and complex blended culture in Persia
-the Mughal Empire brought Turks, Persians, and Indians together in a vast empire
What fueled the age of exploration and why did China and japan withdraw into isolation?
-advances in sailing technology enabled Europeans to explore other parts of the world
-advances under the Ming and Qing dynasties left China uninterested in European contact
-the Tokugawa regime unified Japan and began 250 years of isolation, autocracy, and economic growth
What was the impact of European exploration and colonization of the Americas?
-the voyages of Columbus prompted the Spanish to establish colonies in the Americas
-several European nations fought for control of North America, and England emerged victorious
-to meet their growing labor needs, Europeans enslaved millions of Africans in the Americas
-the colonization of the Americas introduced new items into the Eastern and Western hemispheres
What were the causes and effects of absolute monarchies in Europe from 1500 until 1800?
-during a time of religious and economic instability, Philip II ruled Spain with a strong hand
-after a century of war and riots, France was ruled by Louis XIV, the most powerful monarch of his time
-after a period of turmoil, absolute monarchs ruled Austria and the Germanic state of Prussia
-Peter the Great made many changes in Russia to try to make it more like Western Europe
-absolute rulers in England were overthrown, and Parliament gained power
What led Enlightenment scientists and thinkers to question old ideas?
-in the mid 1500s, scientists began to question accepted beliefs and make new theories based on experimentation
-a revolution in intellectual activity changed Europeans' view of government and society
-Enlightenment ideas spread through the Western world and profoundly influenced the arts and government
-Enlightenment ideas helped spur the American colonies to shed British rule and create a new nation
What was the impact of the French Revolution, the rise and fall of Napoleon, and the Congress of Vienna?
-economic and social inequalities in the Old Regime helped cause the French Revolution
-the revolutionary government of France made reforms but also used terror and violence to retain power
-Napoleon Bonaparte, a military genius, seized power in France and made himself emperor
-Napoleon's conquests aroused nationalistic feelings across Europe and contributed to his downfall
-after exiling Napoleon, European leader at the Congress of Vienna tried to restore order and establish peace
What great shifts in thinking altered politics and the arts between 1789 and 1900?
-spurred by discontent and Enlightenment ideas, peoples in Latin America fought colonial rule
-liberal and nationalist uprisings challenged the old conservative order of Europe
-nationalism contributed to the formation of two new nations and a new political order in Europe
-artistic and intellectual movements both reflected and fueled changes in Europe during the 1800s
How did the Industrial Revolution begin and spread and how did it affect economics, politics, and society?
-the Industrial Revolution started in England and soon spread to other countries
-the factory system changed the way people lived and worked, introducing a variety of problems
-the industrialization that began in Great Britain spread to other parts of the world
-the Industrial Revolution led to economic, social, and political problems
What impact did democratic ideals have on Western society in the 19th century and how did technology and science change communication and daily life?
-spurred by the demands of the people, Great Britain and France underwent democratic reforms
-Britain allowed self-rule in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, but delayed it for Ireland
-the US expanded across North America and fought a civil war
-breakthroughs in science and technology transformed daily life and entertainment
What changes resulted from European colonial expansion?
-ignoring the claims of African ethnic groups, kingdoms, and city-states, Europeans established colonies
-Europeans embarked on a new phase of empire building that affected both Africa and the rest of the world
-European nations expanded their empires by seizing territories from Muslim states
-as the Mughal Empire declined, Britain seized Indian territory and soon controlled almost the whole subcontinent
-demand for Asian products drove Western imperialists to seek possession of SE Asian lands
What impact did imperialism, economic instability, and revolution have on developing nations?
-Western economic pressure forced China to open to foreign trade and influence
-Japan followed the model of Western powers by industrializing and expanding its foreign influence
-the US put increasing economic and political pressure on Latin America during the 19th century
-political, economic, and social inequalities in Mexico triggered a period of revolution and reform
What were the causes and effects of WWI?
-In Europe, military buildup, nationalistic feelings, and rival alliances set the stage for a continental war
-one European nation after another was drawn into a large and industrialized war that resulted in many casualties
-WWI spread to several continents and required the full resources of many governments
-after winning the war, the Allies dictated a harsh peace settlement that left may nations feeling betrayed
What were the results of the political upheavals that swept through Russia, China, and India before, during, and after WWI?
-long-term social unrest in Russia exploded in revolution, and ushered in the first Communist government
-after Lenin died, Stalin seized power and transformed the Soviet Union into a totalitarian state
-after the fall of the Qing dynasty, nationalist and Communist movements struggled for power
-nationalism triggered independence movements to overthrow colonial power
What were the economic, political, social, and scientific changes that brought the world to the brink of a second world war?
-the post war period was one of loss and uncertainty but also one of invention, creativity, and new ideas
-an economic depression in the US spread throughout the world and lasted for a decade
-in response to political turmoil and economic crises, Italy and Germany turned to totalitarianism
-as Germany, Italy, and Japan conquered other countries, the rest of the world did nothing to stop them
What were the causes and results of WWII?
-using the idea of sudden mass attack called the blitzkrieg, Germany overran much of Europe and North Africa
-Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in Hawaii and brought the US into WWII
-during the Holocaust, Hitler's Nazis killed six million Jews and five million other "non-Aryans"
-led by the US, Great Britain, and the Soviet Union, the Allies scored key victories and won the war
-WWII cost millions of human lives and billions of dollars in damages, leaving Europe and Japan in ruins